Why Choose the University of North Alabama?

Established in 1830, the University of North Alabama is Alabama's oldest four-year public institution of higher education. Located in Florence, Alabama, UNA's 130-acre campus sits along the banks of the Tennessee River in Florence — a tight-knit, historically rich community that’s warm, safe, and full of life while still being within easy reach of eight larger metro areas. Today, UNA is home to more than 10,000 students, including students from more than 50 countries around the world.

UNA is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), and many of our more than 170 undergraduate and graduate programs carry additional regional and international accreditation. In addition, UNA has consistently ranked among the top public universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report. With hundreds of faculty and staff members who are passionate about helping students grow and thrive, dozens of on-campus academic, health, and wellness resources, and a history that shines, UNA only needs one more thing: You at North Alabama. Your story starts here.